• Job Description

  Req#: 408356
  Chassis Mechanic

  Summary:

  The Chassis Mechanic will be responsible to perform gate / estimate inspections and mechanical repairs in a depot type environment. The employee will be responsible to perform all types of chassis repairs including specifically brake jobs, welding, cutting with a torch and the use of standard repair tools to repair and/or replace chassis parts. The operator is expected to be knowledgeable of, and observe, all safety rules and TRAC policies and procedures

  Chassis Mechanic Responsibilities:

  • Daily review of safety rules
  • Safe handling of chassis and other items engaged with the lift device
  • Working knowledge chassis mechanics, usage and customary repair methods
  • Communicating with management on space requirements, backlog of work, and inventory issues
  • Perform live chassis inspections in and out gate with an EIR or handheld device
  • Chassis inspections and writing repair estimates to TRAC repair criteria.
  • Container chassis repairs of various and all types.

  
  Chassis Mechanic Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • Experience in operating lift devices and yard trucks
  • Ability to get certified for operating forklift type equipment
  • Ability to read and write legibly
  • Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time
  • Ability to review a written plan and execute according to the stated standards
  • Ability to work within a process oriented team atmosphere
  • Ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team oriented work environment
  • Ability to meet deadlines; prioritize workloads and handle multiple tasks
  • Knowledge of AAR, IICL and DOT rules and criteria
  • Must have experience and good welding skills
  • Must meet minimum FMCSA requirements that are listed in the Special Position Requirements

  
  

  Chassis Mechanic Special Position Requirements:

  • This position may require periodic support of other local TRAC M&R activities
  • Must have tool box and hand tools for container chassis repairs

  FMCSA Inspection Requirements:

  • Understand FMCSA container chassis inspection criteria and be able to identify defective components;
  • Be knowledgeable of methods, procedures, tools and equipment used when performing an FMCSA chassis inspection;
  • Be capable of performing an FMCSA chassis inspection by reason of experience, training, or both.

  
  Mechanical FMCSA Brake Criteria:

  • Understand the container chassis brake service or inspection task and can perform that task;
  • Be knowledgeable of methods, procedures, tools and equipment used when performing a chassis brake service or inspection;
  • Be capable of performing an FMCSA chassis brake inspection by reason of experience, training, or both.

  
  EOE

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